Sr. Right-of-Way Agent- Solar- Illinois

Gray Hawk Land Solutions is seeking a Senior Right-of-Way Agent for Solar projects in Rockford, IL. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in negotiating leases within the Renewable Energy sector, particularly in solar. Responsibilities include negotiating terms, maintaining relationships with stakeholders, and utilizing mapping software. The position is full-time with benefits, requiring excellent computer skills and the ability to work independently or in a team.
Gray Hawk Land Solutions is hiring for immediate open positions of a Senior Renewables Right of Way Agent in Illinois. The individual we are looking for require a minimum of 5 years of demonstratable experience negotiating leases in the Renewable Energy Sector. Additional experience negotiating agreements for Electric Transmission projects will be considered. The desired candidate must be a self-starter and able to perform the below tasks with very little or no supervision. All candidates must have experience negotiating Solar Leases.

Responsibilities & Qualifications:
• Must understand working with Renewable Energy, specifically Solar, to negotiate leases
• Must be able to negotiate terms and draft agreements as necessary. Must be able to explain how Wind and Solar Energy development works thoroughly
• Must understand Solar lease agreements, typical lease duration, the infrastructure involved, typical payment schedules, etc
• Establishes and maintains good relationships with surface owners, local government officials, and agencies
• Represents client and self with professionalism and integrity. Can relate to people from various backgrounds. Can diffuse tense situations quickly
• Mapping software experience (GIS, Google Earth, etc.)
• Ability to navigate client databases
• Ability to conduct online research
• Demonstrate excellent computer knowledge through effective use of software including Microsoft Office applications (i.e., Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Earth, Online Land Records Systems, Adobe PDF, and database use is required
• Able to work well in a team environment or an individual role

Pay Rate:

This is Full-Time, 6 day per week. This position offers per diem as needed when traveling and health, vision & dental benefits.